Hamzah Issa

About

I’m Hamzah Issa, a Software Engineering student focused on building helpful, well‑structured applications.

Background

I'm currently pursuing a BSc in Software Engineering at the University of Leicester (2024–2028, including placement year). My expertise spans full-stack development with Spring Boot, React, and MySQL, combined with demonstrated leadership in managing and mentoring development teams. I've successfully led projects for enterprise clients including IBM, where I managed cross-functional teams, facilitated Agile ceremonies, and delivered production-grade software while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Technical Skills

Backend & Frameworks

  • Spring Boot
  • Java
  • Python
  • C#
  • REST APIs

Frontend

  • React
  • JavaScript
  • HTML/CSS
  • jQuery

Database & Tools

  • MySQL
  • SQL
  • Git/GitLab
  • Agile/Scrum
  • GDScript

Leadership & Professional Skills

  • Team Leadership (up to 6 devs)
  • Scrum Master
  • Technical Mentoring
  • Stakeholder Presentations
  • Code Reviews
  • Agile/Scrum Facilitation

What I'm Looking For

I'm actively seeking a placement year opportunity (2026–2027) where I can leverage my technical skills and proven leadership experience. Having successfully managed teams of up to 6 developers and delivered enterprise projects to clients like IBM, I'm prepared to contribute as both a skilled full-stack developer and a potential technical lead or team coordinator. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to work alongside experienced engineers, lead initiatives, and make significant contributions to impactful, production-scale projects.